What is the cheapest way to get from Purley to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Blackpool is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 9h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purley to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from Purley to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £60 - £250.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Blackpool North via London Euston and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Purley to Blackpool?

The distance between Purley and Blackpool is 243 miles. The road distance is 249.7 miles.

How do I travel from Purley to Blackpool without a car?

The best way to get from Purley to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £60 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Purley to Blackpool?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Purley to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Blackpool bus from?

Purley to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Blackpool train from?

Purley to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from Purley to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Purley to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £60 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £14 - £75 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Purley to Blackpool bus arrive?

Purley to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Purley to Blackpool train arrive?

Purley to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Purley to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Blackpool is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Purley to Blackpool.

How do I get a train ticket from Purley to Blackpool?

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Purley to Blackpool - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Purley and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Denmark Hill /Camberwell Green, London Victoria and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

There are 10 ways to get from Purley to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to PrestonLondon Euston - Preston / ...
3h 55m
£63–241
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Station540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
8h 35m
£15–71
Drive 248.3 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Blackpool248.3 mi
4h 37m
£62–90
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 24m
£87–275
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester PiccadillyLondon Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool NorthManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 1m
£53–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus StationUk030
9h 10m
£29–73
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
7h 11m
£76–240
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)LCY - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
8h 15m
£264–574
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 56m
£96–253
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
6h 37m
£115–438

Purley to Blackpool by train and foot

196Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241.9 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Purley, England and Blackpool, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £50–210 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to National Express Coach Facility via Denmark Hill /Camberwell Green, Victoria Station, London Victoria, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 8h 35m.

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